Precautions And Recommendations - Shark Ridill-2 Manuel D'utilisation

PRECAUTIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Even if the helmet meets or exceeds
international standards applicable to the
manufacture of helmets, always ride with
care. The helmet cannot fully protect the
user from all possible impacts at high
or low speeds. All safety equipment has
its limits, and a head injury can occur
in an accident, even if a helmet is worn.
However, to protect yourself from death
or permanent impairment due to a head
injury, it is essential that the helmet size
fits your head size and that the chinstrap
is properly tightened as described in this
manual.
2. This helmet is designed to cushion the
impact through the partial destruction of
the helmet shell and/or of the internal
impact absorber. This damage may be
invisible. Therefore, if the helmet suffers
an impact, even if it is merely dropped
on the ground, it must be returned to be
inspected, replaced or destroyed, even if
it does not appear damaged. If in doubt,
and if you are unsure whether this rule
applies to the impact in question, contact
your supplier before using the helmet
again.
3. A helmet, like all products, can
deteriorate over time depending on how
it is used. Please check the helmet for any
signs of deterioration or damage before
each use. The size of the helmet must
always match the size of your head. If
this is not the case, then the helmet has
stretched and must be replaced. Never
wear a damaged helmet. Even if the
helmet is not damaged or deteriorated,
it is recommended that you replace it five
years after purchase.
4. Do not modify the helmet in any
way. Never pierce or cut any part of the
helmet. Any modification may damage
the helmet, thereby reducing its ability to
protect you from an impact.
5. Handle the helmet with care. Never sit
on it or throw it on the ground. Never ride
with your helmet hanging over any part
of your motorcycle.
6. Never use petroleum, petroleum
products, chemicals or any other solvent
to clean the helmet, shell or visor.
Additionally, your helmet should never
be exposed to the fumes from these
solvents (for example, by leaving it on
your motorcycle's fuel tank cap). These
chemicals could cause invisible, serious
damage to the helmet, thus reducing its
ability to protect you.
Only use mild soap, warm water and
a soft rag to clean and wipe down the
helmet and visor.
7. Never apply paint, stickers or adhesive
tape to the shell or visor. These could
cause invisible damage to your helmet
and thus reduce the helmet's ability to
protect you.
8. No modifications to the helmet must
affect its original design as manufactured.
Accessories must be installed according to
the helmet manufacturer's instructions.
Only the accessories tested during the
helmet certification process guarantee
that the helmet's performance, in terms
of the protection it provides when
fitted with these accessories, remains
compliant with its certification.
9. A reduction in hearing, in the field of
view, and in head movements will be
experienced when wearing the helmet.
Please adjust your riding accordingly.
10. Dry your helmet at room temperature.
Never expose it to temperatures above
approximately 160°F/70°C, which could
happen, for example, if your helmet is
left on the passenger seat or in the boot
of a car.
Always keep the helmet away from heat
sources, such as the exhaust pipe or the
top box of a motorcycle.
11. If you have any comments or
questions about the helmet, please
contact SHARK or your nearest supplier.
CAUTION! We do not guarantee
this product's ability to fully
protect the user from all possible
high- or low-speed impacts or from
potentially life-threatening injuries.
The helmet user recognises and
acknowledges that there are risks
inherent in riding a motorcycle, which
risks are not limited to impacts of any
kind, at both high or low speeds. By
purchasing and using this product,
the user expressly, voluntarily and
knowingly assumes and accepts these
risks and releases SHARK from any and
all liability up to the maximum extent
permissible by law for any losses that
may result.
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